Don't settle for generic extracurriculars. Create award-winning projects instead.
Help your child:
- Become a published researcher
- Win a national award
- Get straight A's
- Standout on College Apps
500+ mentors from top universities
The Projects that Get into Stanford
Real stories from students just like yours.
Jack
8th → 9th
"Jack loves space but wasn't challenged in school. He worked with a mentor to design a Mars rover habitat and wrote a full research proposal."
See full case studyEvery week, another student builds something extraordinary.
How it works
Tell us about your kid
Have a quick AI-guided conversation about their interests, goals, and personality. Takes 15 minutes.
Get matched to a dream mentor
Our mentors are Olympians, Rhodes scholars, and award winners. We will match your child with an inspiring role model who has been in their shoes.
Receive a personalized learning plan
Find hidden opportunities that fit your student's narrative: internships, competitions, and more.
Meet your future mentor
Jonathan
Mechanical Engineering @ Stanford
Stanford mechanical engineer who bridges journalism, robotics, and code. Helps students turn ideas into published work and competition-ready projects.
Franck
Computer Science @ Curious Cardinals
CS mentor who makes coding and math click—and connects them to real startups and business. Students build skills that stand out on applications and in the real world.
Eden
Economics @ Yale University
Yale economist, professional model, and Late Show intern who co-founded Fuse Magazine. She helps students fuse creativity with activism and standout college narratives.
Ava
Materials Science & Engineering @ Curious Cardinals
Mentor at the intersection of STEM, design, and health—from robotics to visual arts. Helps students build projects and applications that show range and depth.
Priya
Pre-Med / Aerospace @ Cornell University
Aspiring astronaut, pilot, and Congressional Gold Medalist who's interned at NASA, Blue Origin, and Boeing. Turns space and STEM passion into award-winning research and applications.
Gabriel
Economics & Philosophy @ Stanford University
Inaugural Chair of the EPA Youth Council, Stanford Trustee, and Coca-Cola Scholar. Helps students turn climate and entrepreneurship into policy impact and standout leadership stories.
Help your child find internships, awards, summer programs, and more ⭐
Your child is smart and driven, maybe even ahead in math. But right now, they are:
- ✕Missing direction: You see sparks of brilliance but don't have the time or direction to channel them.
- ✕Scattered in activities: AP classes, sports, and clubs with no single achievement to stand out.
Stop settling for generic extracurriculars.
Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer
Summer Program•Competitive
Regeneron Science Talent Search
Competition•Highly Competitive
Bank of America Student Leaders
Leadership•Selective
MIT PRIMES Research Program
Research•Highly Competitive
National YoungArts Foundation
Arts•Competitive
Congressional Award Program
Service•Open
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Flexible pricing that fits
Your student's goals are unique — and their mentorship should be too. Choose the mentor experience level and commitment that fits best.
Sessions start at $95 / hour. The exact price is determined based on mentor rate and the guardian billing plan.
No commitment, 2-week evaluation period to ensure you're happy with your mentor.
Cancel or pause anytime as your family's needs change.
Progress notes available in the platform and emailed straight to your inbox after every session.
100% money-back guarantee
We're confident in the value we provide. If after 2 weeks you're not completely satisfied, we'll give you a full refund — no questions asked.
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